Avery Vision New York Frame Fashion Show – with an album
by Maralyn Fink
On Friday I wandered into the fashion frame show at Avery Vision to see what is new. I did arrive a little early to scope it out and get some information and see what was new in frames.
The frame show has taken place for the past 15 years. Each year the newest frames are introduced at the show. There are huge selections that takes time to go through because there is more than one vendor.
Upon arriving, everyone is given a goodie bag that also contains a free ticket for the drawings held at intervals during the showing. Drawings are held every half hour and there are always very nice prizes. This time a piece of luggage was one and also brand name purses were given.
The Grand Prize went to Jackie Cressman who received a free pair of glasses.
Well wouldn’t ya know, I set down my goodie bag to take some pictures, then went to get it and couldn’t find it; just another day for me. However lurking before me was the food table. Now that’s even better than my ticket.
Dr. Brandy Cook, Ophthalmologist, will be moving her practice to 1000 E. Sturgis, Suite 3 the first of March.
Thank you, Dr. Peters, and staff for doing this show every year. This takes a lot of teamwork, and they are up to the task. We appreciate it and look forward to next year.
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Mint Country Garden Club to meet – Thursday, March 4
The monthly meeting of Mint Country Garden Club will be held Thursday, March 4 at 7:15 pm. Meetings are held at Clinton Commons Community Center, 1105 S. Scott Rd, St. Johns.
Kathy Runyan with Owosso Daylily Gardens will be the guest speaker. Visitors are welcome to attend this discussion on the care and varieties of daylilies.
For further information about this meeting or how to become a member, email mintcountrygardenclub@gmail.com or call 517-599-6307.
Leonard urges kids to hit the books for March is Reading Month
State Rep. Tom Leonard encourages children to experience the adventures found between the covers of books during March is Reading Month.
Rep. Leonard, R-DeWitt, said parents and teachers should always encourage children to read, but said they should make a special effort during March, which is designated for reading.
“Reading a book is much more than just following the order words are in,” Rep. Leonard said. “The contents of books can take children to new places they may never experience in their lifetimes, and can open their imaginations to new adventures and new friends. Nourishing that curiosity and quest for knowledge is very important”
Those too young to read would enjoy being read aloud to by their parents and siblings, which can also hone the skills of older children doing the out-loud reading.
For information and ideas on how to celebrate March is Reading Month or encourage children to read, visit the Michigan Department of Education’s online resources website at www.michigan.gov/documents/mde/Reading_Month_270348_7_272048_7.pdf.
Cooking Matters/Parenting Matters
Join MSU Extension for a 6-week workshop that blends parenting, nutrition, and cooking to create a recipe for great food, support, and fun learning. Instructors will utilize Nurturing Parenting and Cooking Matters curriculums to explore healthy practices and techniques.
Complementing the cooking segment of this program, participants will receive groceries to prepare recipes demonstrated each class. This program is geared not only for parents but also caregivers, grandparents, and anyone who has a little person in their life.
Classes will be held on Tuesdays, March 15 – April 26, 2016 (no class on April 5) from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Smith Hall on the Clinton County Fairgrounds, 800 Sickles Street, St. Johns.
Space is limited so call 989-224-5241 to register. There is no cost to participate.
Mark Your Calendar
Helping You to Move Through Your Grief – Beginning March 3
Grief Recovery is a bereavement support group that will start meeting on the 1st, 2nd, and 4th week of March. The first meeting will be on March 3rd from 7-8 pm at Sparrow Clinton Hospital, 3rd floor Conference Room.
If you choose to, you may bring a friend to help support you during your healing process. We encourage you to utilize and participate in the therapeutic value of this group.
For more information, call Maralyn at 989-224-7963 or Dick at 989-224-7237.
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Coffee and Conversation with the Superintendent
Take advantage of this informal opportunity to ask questions and hear information from St. Johns Public School Superintendent Dr. Dedrick Martin.
February 29, 2016 from 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. @ The Wheel Inn 1825 S. US 27 St. Johns, MI 48879
For more information, please go to http://www.sjredwings.org/facility-committee-/
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Kindergarten Registration – March 15 – 17
St. Johns Public Schools offers all day, everyday kindergarten. Children who will be 5 years old on or by September 1, 2016 are eligible to attend school in the fall.
Please visit the web page www.sjredwings.org to get school updates and information.
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Feast and Raffle
The 2nd annual St Joseph Feast and Raffle Dinner is March 19. For more information check out their Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/St.josephfeastandraffle99/
Annual Spring Wetlands Conservation Banquet – April 15, 2016
The Clinton County Chapter of Ducks Unlimited (DU) will host it’s 35th Annual Wetlands Conservation
banquet on Friday April 15, 2016. The event will once again be held at Smith Hall on the 4-H Fairgrounds in St Johns.
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Leonard to hold office hours
State Rep. Tom Leonard today encouraged people to join him for office hours scheduled on Friday, March. 11.
· In St. Johns at the Big Boy, 1408 S. U.S. 27, from 8 to 9:30 a.m.
Grand Valley State University Dean’s List
Grand Valley State University announces the names of students who were placed on the dean’s list for the Fall 2015 semester concluding in December. The list includes those students who have maintained a 3.5 grade point average and been enrolled in a minimum of 12 credits. The honor is noted on the students’ official records.
Saint Johns: Brianna L. Auten; Justin A. Bria; Makaila L. Fike; Jordan N. Hufnagel; Dylan J. Kernohan; Olivia R. Kosnik; Hailey K. LaBar; Alexander M. Murray; Jenna R. Schumaker; Madison A. Shutes; Brooke M. VanElls
Bath: Alexandra L. Breen; Miriah A. Hagy; Anna R. Kessler
Dewitt: Mallory M. Armbrustmacher; Charles E. Billingsley; Karla L. Billingsley; Lear E. Brougher; Meghan L. Cook; Mckenna G. Cunningham; Molly R. Feldpausch; Kelley Rose French; Rachel M. Graziano; Jared A. Gregory; Kevin M. Kowalczyk; Brooke M. Kramer; Jordyn N. Lewis; Ibtisam S. Matta; Caroline F. Miller; Melissa L. Peffley; Andrew G. Rolls; Alison P. Scheffler; Philip M. Sheridan; Danielle M. Szeman
Elsie: Joshua A. Akena; Brandon J. Meisel
Fowler: Katherine E. Cole
Laingsburg: Mckaylah J. Adams; Harley S. Corp; Megan P. Hagerty; Erica G. Halick; Abagail R. Halm; Kaylyn J. Kucish; Paige M. Leland; Adam J. Wickham
Ovid: Emilie J. Sickles
Westphalia: Hannah L. Bengel; Chase A. Platte; Gavin L. Smith; Lauren N. Spitzley; Shelby L. Thelen